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Meaning of libation

Wordnet

libation (n)

(facetious) a serving of an alcoholic beverage

a serving (of wine) poured out in honor of a deity

the act of pouring a liquid offering (especially wine) as a religious ceremony

Webster

libation (n.)

The act of pouring a liquid or liquor, usually wine, either on the ground or on a victim in sacrifice, in honor of some deity; also, the wine or liquid thus poured out.

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(facetious) a serving of an alcoholic beverage, a serving (of wine) poured out in honor of a deity, the act of pouring a liquid offering (especially wine) as a

drink, beverage, drinkable,soda, mix, pop, spirits, potion, intoxicant, mixer

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The priestess poured the sacred libation onto the altar, invoking the favor of the gods.

The host offered a libation of fine wine to his honored guests.

The warriors drank a libation of mead to the memory of their fallen comrades.

The libation of milk and honey was a traditional offering made at the birth of a child.